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Wilson Reservoir, State Park, and Wildlife Area
Located in the heart of the Smoky Hills, Wilson State Park is considered by many to be the most beautiful in the state. Wilson is divided into 2 areas that both offer utility and primitive camping. The park and surrounding wildlife area offer the opportunity to view and photograph deer, pheasant, waterfowl, songbirds, and furbears. Hunting is allowed on the wildlife area during season. Wilson Reservoir also offers excellent white bass and striped bass angling. Hiking on the Dakota Trail offers an excellent view of the lake and native Kansas prairie. The Switchgrass Mountain Bike Trail provides a challengng 7.5-mile trek over rugged terrain.

Location
4860 Outlet Blvd
Sylvan Grove, KS   67481
Phone: (785)658-2551
http://www.nwk.usace.army.mil/wilson/wilson
Dan Hays, Project Manager

Rec Area Type
National/State Park

Office Hours
Mon-Fri 8am-4pm

Features
Bathhouse, Beach, Boat Rental, Boating Allowed, Drinking Water Available, Hotel/Motel Nearby, Marina, Tent Camping Available, Trails

Recreational Area Information
Full Utility Sites: 0 Electric and Water Sites: 99
Electric Only Sites: 158 Dump Stations: 7
Boat Ramps: 7 Boat Docks: 8
Acres: 18,086
Fishing Acres: 9,000 Hunting Acres: 8,120

Directions
I-70, exit 206, N 6 miles or Hwy 18 to Hwy 232, S 6 miles